Fruit Fly Research Sheds Light On Human Bloating, Constipation

Feces collected from genetically modified fruit flies may help researchers explain why pregnant women experience bloating and constipation, as well as pointing to an association between calorie absorption and lifespan. A study published in the journal Cell Metabolism found that fruit flies, whose intestinal neurons are very similar to those of humans, have difficulty with

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Sports Drinks May Reverse Healthy Lifestyles Among Adolescents

Consumption of sugary sports drinks may be linked to negative effects among healthy adolescents, according to a study published in the journal Pediatrics. For this trial, researchers enrolled young people in 8th and 11th grades who exercise regularly and follow a proper diet to determine how they are affected by these beverages. The investigators observed

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Why Krill Oil Is The Ultimate Heart And Brain Nutrient

Medical research has identified a source of omega-3 fatty acids that’s been shown superior to fish oil supplements in head-to-head testing. It’s found to be healthier, safer, more potent and more absorbable. It’s called krill oil. Krill is a shrimp-like crustacean that abounds in the ocean. In fact, this tiny sea creature is a favorite

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Fight Pain and Inflammation With This Powerful All-Natural Combo!

It’s true that some inflammation in your joints is good—it’s all part of your body’s response to protect you from invading organisms or infections. However, too much inflammation can leave you with limited joint function… decreased bone cartilage… swollen tissues… and aches and pain all over your body! But you don’t have to resort to

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Strawberries May Fight Oxidative Damage In Blood

Plenty of Americans consume strawberries as a way to get their daily dose of vitamin C, while others choose vitamin supplements for the same reason. Besides being loading with nutrients, these sweet fruits contain compounds that may act as antioxidants in the blood stream, researchers recently said. A study published in the journal Food Chemistry

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Omega-3 Fatty Acids Boost Your Heart And Joint Health

Powerful anti-inflammatory agents known as omega-3 fatty acids can help reduce the symptoms associated with joint pain, high cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, poor memory and mood swings. In fact, hundreds of scientific studies have clinically proven the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids found in all-natural krill oil. Here are just a few of the

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Exercise ’should be more widely used for back pain’

Exercise is currently an underutilized remedy for chronic low back and neck pain, researchers claim. In a study funded by the National Institutes of Health, scientists at the University of North Carolina found that there is a lack of knowledge about prescribing exercise for pain. The researchers surveyed nearly 700 people with chronic back or

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Study suggests soy can help cholesterol levels

A recent study suggests that soy consumption can help reduce blood cholesterol levels. Solae, a soy protein company, unveiled the report earlier this month at the American Heart Association conference in New Orleans. The company examined about 150 previous studies exploring the link between soy and lower cholesterol, and reported that total blood cholesterol had

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Mercury found in high-fructose corn syrup

Two new studies raise concerns about levels of mercury found in products containing high-fructose corn syrup. In one study, published in Environmental Health scientists found mercury in nine out of 20 samples of high-fructose corn syrup tested. Former FDA scientist and lead researcher Renee Dufault said she warned the agency about her findings, but they

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